Quillquest Golden Retrievers

02/09/2024

Interesting to note!

Dog breeds or mixed breeds are only as healthy as their foundations. Mixing two different breeds won’t simply wipe out common domestic dog health issues.

The world's largest research on designer crossbred dogs' health - performed by the Royal Veterinary College - proves that “DESIGNER” DOG CROSSES ARE NOT HEALTHIER than their PUREBRED ancestor breeds.
The research has been performed on the 3 most "popular" crosses: "Cockapoo", "Labradoodle", "Cavapoo".

https://www.rvc.ac.uk/vetcompass/news/new-rvc-research-debunks-belief-that-designer-crossbreed-dogs-are-healthier-than-purebreds

01/09/2024

Some more puppies went home today.

This time a few of Angie’s pups spread their wings.

Love to hear how the puppies have settled in and I know they are all going to live their best life.

3 generations and a halfsister in these shots

31/08/2024

And today it was Mr Grey’s turn.

What makes my heart sing is knowing all the happiness this puppy will bring

30/08/2024

The time has arrived for the babies to start leaving the nest. The most wonderful part is the delighted families and the budding of some wonderful and precious relationships. I can’t wait to see this unfold.

29/08/2024

Yup! Pretty much

26/08/2024

They are growing up too fast!

Fun day exploring!

23/08/2024

Did you know that 1 in 2 people don't see their puppy with its mum?

By asking to see them together and interacting, you can be more confident that the breeder is responsible.

4 in 10 owners fear they bought from a puppy farm after spending little time researching. A cute little face can be irresistible, but it's important to stay vigilant and .

Learn more about how to buy responsibly: https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/bepuppywise/

11/08/2024

Being cute is exhausting work!

01/08/2024

This post is so relevant.

With most ethical breeders there are only a limited number of puppies available, with plenty of enquiries. We are focused on our dogs, so managing enquiries is never a priority.

For every one puppy I probably get 20 or more enquiries.

Sending out info takes time, even if it is only 5 minutes. Further to that it requires a conversation, checking the questionnaire, one on one meetings.

I need to assess whose intentions fit with what I believe in.

How would it be ensured to make a puppy a success in today’s society

What does the family and lifestyle look like

Who are the best people for my puppies.

Just because you can afford it, does not put you on a list!

It is a decision about who becomes MY family.

Puppies are not a commodity. It is not purely a trade of currency. It is not one thing in turn for another.

It is about adding a new family member and becoming the best pet parents for my puppies.

There is not one perfect fit… each family is evaluated on their unique set of circumstances

enquiries are just

Please don’t just ask about availability and price… tell my why you want a Golden, how

Remember, submitting an application to a breeder's program is just the start of getting to know each other 💙

31/07/2024

31/07/2024

Truly beautiful!

Thank you Dylan for the video ###

31/07/2024

31/07/2024

Peace personified

31/07/2024

It takes a village to raise pups well! 2 moms, a great grandmother who is a granny too and 2 aunts who are also great aunts!

One aunt is a nanny who also acts as class clown, a bad example and au pair!

I love a family affair!

31/07/2024

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30/07/2024

I feel like I’ve dropped off the planet but gosh, I’ve been busy!

Just imagine this 342 nails trimmed!

22/07/2024

Puppy update! They are starting to interact!

31/08/2022

Chella and her aunt Zara

10/08/2022

Some beach fun!

03/07/2022

Puppies are 5 weeks old and life is all about new discoveries!

NO PUPPIES AVAILABLE

03/06/2022

Puppy update:
The little rascals have doubled their birthweight in less than a week. Mom and pups are very content.

NO PUPS AVAILABLE

25/05/2022

Welcome to Quillquest little ones!

https://www.k9data.com/pedigree.asp?ID=1136962

No puppies available

24/04/2022

Some photos taken at last weekend’s shows in Malmesbury.

Some great results:
Ch Quillquest The Ritz JM CGC(Br) - Brodie Jnr
3 x Best of Breed
1 x Group Winner
2 x Group 3

Gr Ch Quillquest Mowgli ZAW’17 ‘18 - Brodie Snr
4 x Best Veteran
4 x Best Veteran in Group
1 x Best Veteran in Show

Quillquest Loch Arkaig Treasure - Bailey
2 x CC Dog
1 x BOB
1 x RBOB
1 x Group 3
4 x Best Puppy in Breed
1 x Best Puppy in Group
2 x Reserve in Puppy Group
1 x 3rd in Puppy Group
1 x Best Puppy in Show
Bailey received his final points for Junior Merit.

21/04/2022